1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 376 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tipo | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
